Art: Positive Space

Ref: C3840408

This course will enable the learner to learn basic art techniques, pencil,paint and to combine this with abstract effect techniques, use of stencil, monoprint to produce exciting artwork which expresses issues in today's society.

Additional information about this course

Suitable for students who have an interest in developing their artistic skills and general sense of well-being.

Course aim

Students will learn basic art techniques and experiment with abstract techniques, use of stencil,monoprint to create exciting and issue based artwork

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

No skills or experience needed

This course is suitable for beginners and improvers

Enthusiasm and interest a must!

By the end of the course I should be able to:

Demonstrate correct use of medium, pencil, line, tone

Demonstrate correct use of 'abstract medium,' print,stencil,ink

Demonstrate improved confidence and well being

Create 2 abstract artworks to express 2 sides of an issue

Select artwork(from gallery or book ) and discuss with the group

How will I be taught?

The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning

You may be asked to undertake additional work in your own time to support your learning

Homework may be offered to improve your understanding of the subject

What kind of feedback can I expect?

A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion

You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor

You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning

You will be encouraged to consider other students work and give your opinions and suggestions

Beginning and end of lesson work evaluated.
Mid and end of term review.

What else do I need to know?

A selection of materials and basic equipment will be provided but you are welcome to bring additional materials with you

Pencil and sketchbook and monies for a trip to the Art gallery

Pre-course work, reading and information sources

No pre reading is required but research on the subject on the internet or in the library may be helpful

Students may want to research artists that have used abstract techniques to express issues.

What can I do next?

Progress to another WEA course

Become involved with the WEA in a range of voluntary work and other activities including campaigning as a WEA member

Become involved as a volunteer for a WEA partner or another organisation